Evonik boosts its radiation curing silicones portfolio with the launch of Tego RC 1442 release coating

Essen, Germany – Evonik has launched its new TEGO® RC 1442 silicone release coating.  TEGO® RC 1442 is based on Evonik’s existing RC 1400 series technology and delivers all the same easy release performance benefits customers are used to. Developed for fast curing pressure sensitive adhesive (PSA) applications, TEGO® RC 1442 provides excellent anchorage to substrates and delivers stable release values over time, even under humid storage conditions.

“The increasing demand from our PSA market customers for globally available, easy-to-apply and high-performing UV curable products inspires us to continually review our portfolio to ensure that we deliver the solutions our customers need to meet changing market dynamics like the growth in online shopping,” said Stefan Stadtmueller, Global Head of TEGO^® RC Silicones at Evonik.

Ideal for release liners for use in all applications, TEGO® RC silicones can be used for industrial release liners, self-adhesive labels, graphic arts, tapes and hygienic products including, food packaging and food contact applications.

TEGO® RC 1442 is fully commercialized and globally available.